United StatesThe weather in March in Detroit
It's cold in March in Detroit with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and 3°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Detroit, Michigan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2017, Detroit reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -12°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -18°C to a highest value of 12°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 62 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,9 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Detroit
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Detroit. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Detroit | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 7°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 11°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | -6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 62 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 5,9 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 3 days | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Detroit with cold temps, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights around -3°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 9°C, with nights around -1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Detroit is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Detroit, Michigan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Detroit
Temperature in March in Detroit over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Detroit, Michigan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Detroit
Total precipitation in March in Detroit over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Detroit
Snowfall in March in Detroit per year
Daily UV index in March in Detroit
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Detroit, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Detroit by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Detroit. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.